Over the last few decades, Thailand's capital city, Bangkok, has changed into a modern,
exciting and sophisticated city. It offers to visitors not only the cosmopolitan amenities they would expect from cities in the West, but also a
unique treasure house of cultural attractions. Thailand, in the heart of Southeast Asia, was never colonized and thus kept intact its unique culture
and heritage. Its bustling capital, Bangkok, offers visitors the opportunity to experience fascinating glimpses of Thailand's gentle culture amidst
the bustle of a great and dynamic metropolis. This great city has had astounding success in combining the ancient and modern world.
Recommended itinerary- Duration : 10 hours
From the pier in Laem Chabang, drive will take you around 2 ½-hour to the incredible metropolis of Bangkok.
Upon arrival, visit Wat Traimit, the Golden Buddha
temple, the impressive golden Buddha statue, weighs 5 ½ tons, dating back
to 12th century. Continues as you pass Chinatown to visit the Grand Palace, a major landmark of Bangkok, elegantly situated close to the banks of Chao Phaya
River. Then proceed on to visit Wat Phra Keo, the chapel of the Emerald Buddha the world’s most precious image of the Lord Buddha.
The Buddha is said to represent the spirit of people and prosperity of the country.
Leave the temple, and head for downtown and as you travel you will capture a sense of the simple life of the friendly people who live here. A nice buffet
lunch can be simply found en route.
Bangkok is well known for its beautiful Thai silk, jewellery and local handicrafts. Don't miss the opportunity to get a best value items from this city.
Late afternoon, return back to Laem Chabang for boarding the ship.
Northeast of Chiang Rai is Chiang Saen, on the banks of the Mekong river. The site of an ancient and once powerful settlement,
it is full of historic interest as well as being the nearest town to the famous "Golden Triangle", where the confluence of the Mekong
and Ruak rivers forms the border between Thailand, Myanmar and Laos — a famous and spell-binding spot.
Ayutthaya :
Ayutthaya is an ancient town, founded in 1350, and
was a capital of Siam for 417 years (1356-1767 A.D.).
The old capital was invaded and destroyed beyond repair by the Burmese in 1767.
The capital was then removed to Thonburi by King Taksin who had fought
against the Burmese and defeated them.
